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Escape Room for Teens

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Can you solve the mystery and beat the clock? Join us at the Mission Branch Library for a mobile escape room experience! Bring your family and friends; no registration required!

Book cover of the Last Astronaut. Woman wearing astronaut helmet.

Books & Brew

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off-site

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+)
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our 3-part summer edition of Books and Brew. This summer, we'll be exploring the strange and unexplained within the horror genre. Books and Brew is now meeting now at South O Brewing Co.

Presenter Christopher T. Magician smiling pointing at his children's book

Christopher T. Magician

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

After two decades performing for children and family audiences, Christopher knows the secret to making kids sit quietly and watch a magic show. The secret: they don’t! Children love Christopher T.

presenter holding a snack and a family touching the snake

"Move It" with Living Coast Discovery Center

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library

Program Type:

Performance, Special Event

Age Group:

Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

Enjoy a 45-60 minute program with live animals, interactive tables, and hands-on discovery for local families to participate in! Animals slither, swim, jump, and fly in very interesting ways.

Loteria cards on a rattan background

Lotería at Landes!

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library

Program Type:

Game Night

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
Program Type: Game Night
Event Details:

Be part of the fun at this family-friendly event with Lotería, other classic cultural games, music, and snacks for all to enjoy!

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Big Blanket at the Library: Movie Edition

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library

Program Type:

Movie, Special Event

Age Group:

Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Movie, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxed afternoon where you can hang out on a giant picnic blanket and watch The Wild Robot! Supplies will be provided, just bring your imagination, chill vibes, and come hang out with friends.

Free and for teens.

Criminal Capers

Criminal Capers: A Movie Series

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Movie, Special Event, Other

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Movie, Special Event, Other
Event Details:

A trio of tense, tightly wound tales where plans unravel and the desperation escalates. 

Join Cinema Studies Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray for a screening and discussion of each film. 

Multiple vinyl records panned out on a surface

Wind-Up Vinyl Hour

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Civic Center Library Courtyard at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Courtyard
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the 2nd Monday of every month for Wind-Up Vinyl Hour. Every month, participants will be prompted to bring a record that matches a new theme. For August, bring a “groovy” record. 

two kids making a game and a robot with dice

Tween Graphic Novel Book Club

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Tweens (ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read and discuss the graphic novel Maker Comics: Design a Game! by Bree Wolf and Jesse Fuchs

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Job Fair

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Civic Center Library Courtyard at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Courtyard
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

The San Diego Workforce Partnership and Oceanside Public Library are hosting a free, multi-industry career fair on Wednesday, August 20. Meet with employers, learn about their open positions and apply on the spot.

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STEAM Camp: Dinosaur Camp

9:00am–11:00am
Children (ages 6-11)
Civic Center Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEAM/ STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a camp all about Dinosaurs! Learn about dinosaurs, read books, and do crafts and other fun STEAM related activities.

For kids going into grades 1-4.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Computer Basics - 2025

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Basic computer skills.  Class in drop-in and is designed to help users get more comfortable with technology.

MAAC Head Start Program Tabling

9:30am–12:30pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Education, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come learn about MAAC's free services for Early Head Start (EHS) and HeadStart (HS) age-eligible children.

Farm Cart Science at Lunch at the Library

11:00am–11:45am
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Courtyard
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution
Event Details:

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

What does that fruit feel like? What does that vegetable taste like? Wow! I like that.  Kids, come and see, smell, touch, and taste local fresh fruits and/or vegetables.  Can you be a super taster?

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Farm Cart Science

12:00pm–12:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution

What does that fruit feel like? What does that vegetable taste like? Wow! I like that.  Kids, come and see, smell, touch, and taste local fresh fruits and/or vegetables.  Can you be a super taster?

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Farm Cart Science at Lunch at the Library

12:00pm–12:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
John Landes Community Center Library
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution
Event Details:

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

What does that fruit feel like? What does that vegetable taste like? Wow! I like that.  Kids, come and see, smell, touch, and taste local fresh fruits and/or vegetables.  Can you be a super taster?

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Farm Cart Science at Lunch at the Library at Balderrama Park

12:00pm–12:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Off-site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution
Event Details:

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

What does that fruit feel like? What does that vegetable taste like? Wow! I like that.  Kids, come and see, smell, touch, and taste local fresh fruits and/or vegetables.  Can you be a super taster?

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Library Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Library Club is a program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Join us for fun group games and engaging arts & crafts activities.

Escape Room for Teens

3:30pm–5:30pm
Teens (ages 13-17)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Can you solve the mystery and beat the clock? Join us at the Mission Branch Library for a mobile escape room experience! Bring your family and friends; no registration required!

3-D Printer Hands-On Help & Live Demos

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
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Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Adult Reference Desk
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Technology Class, Workshop
Event Details:

Bring your questions and see or participate in a hands-on demo.

 

This is a drop-in style workshop, no registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Old Globe: Behind the Curtain - Comedy of Errors

4:30pm–6:00pm
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
John Landes Community Center Library
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Performance, Workshop
Event Details:

Old Globe Presents : Behind The Curtain : Comedy of Errors

Cafecito: English Practice

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Off-site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

This program is for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Come practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!

Ven a divertirte practicando Inglés! Únete a nosotros para tomarte un cafecito y encontrar nuevos amigos! 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

STEAM Camp: Dinosaur Camp

9:00am–11:00am
Children (ages 6-11)
Civic Center Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEAM/ STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a camp all about Dinosaurs! Learn about dinosaurs, read books, and do crafts and other fun STEAM related activities.

For kids going into grades 1-4.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Cafecito: English Practice

10:00am–11:00am
Adults (ages 18+)
READS Learning Center
Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

This program is for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Come practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!

Ven a divertirte practicando Inglés! Únete a nosotros para tomarte un cafecito y encontrar nuevos amigos! 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (ages 0-5)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Children, ages 2-5, and their caregivers, will delight in listening to stories, singing songs, and participating in finger plays . Storytime is designed to inspire children as they explore the wonderful world of books and develop early literacy, motor and social skills.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Baby Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children (ages 0-5)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Children, ages 0-2, and their caregiver, will enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Arts and Crafts at Lunch at the Library

11:00am–11:45am
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Courtyard
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Discovery Stories

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
READS Learning Center
Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Event Details:

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Games and Grub for Teens

11:00am–12:00pm
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Teen Zone - Civic Center
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Game Night
Event Details:

Do you love playing games? Join us each Tuesday during Lunch at the Library in the Teen Zone at our Civic Center location to play with our Switches, VR Headsets, board games, and more!

For ages 10-17. No registration required!

Bilingual Story Time

11:30am–12:00pm
Children (ages 0-5)
John Landes Community Center Library
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Acompañanos  para el programa que incluye cuentos y canciónes. Para niños de 2 a 5 años y sus familias.

Join us for a program that includes stories and songs. For children from 2 to 5 years old and their families.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Arts and Crafts at Lunch at the Library

12:00pm–12:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
John Landes Community Center Library
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Arts and Crafts at Lunch at the Library at Balderrama Park

12:00pm–12:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Off-site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Cafecito: English Practice

12:30pm–1:30pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Off-site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

This program is for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Come practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!

Ven a divertirte practicando Inglés! Únete a nosotros para tomarte un cafecito y encontrar nuevos amigos! 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Oceanside Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

2:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Off-site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the 4th Friday of each month, except in December.  The meetings are open to the public in-person and for non-participation viewing on Zoom.